We stayed here in July of 2011, and the only thing that was really wrong with this place, in my mind, was the price. That being said; a few notes on previous reviews... the owners that many refer to in previous comments -Len & Mirriam, no longer appear to be the owners. There was a different couple running the place.... More

Although we generally like and appreciate interesting, quirky places, the Sou'wester takes funkiness to the max. We stayed there after reading the positive reviews on this site. We found it dingy, faded, and tired. For the price I expected more comfortable and updated accommodations and more attractive grounds. I think the owners could do that without foregoing the charm and... More

In August '07 my family and I decided to visit Astoria, OR. We initially were to stay at a KOA, but the rain was quite heavy at the time and we are tenters. After finding all places booked from Astoria to Longbeach, we decided to see the ocean. We just happened upon the Sou'wester. My wife entered the premise and... More

The Sou'wester is little slice of the farmhouses I haunted in college, complete with art, characters, and a fair amount of time devoted to reflecting on the state of this crazy world. It is where I go when I need to recharge, and I am always made to feel welcomed. Len and Miriam are gracious hosts who have carved out... More

The owners have never pretended the Sou'Wester is for all or even most travellers. We were deflected a couple of times on the phone and finally persisted to find it exactly our sort of place. We've returned many times over the years and staying at the Sou'Wester is a cherished tradition. Reviewers who found it too funky, too Bohemian or... More

I take strong exception to the unkind and hurtful review above. I have been going to the Sou'Wester for years, at all time of the year, with friends and family. The Sou'Wester is definitely not the Hilton. Some people think that is A PLUS. Nor is it cloyingly cutesy, like a doll house. If someone wants luxury this obviously is... More

The previous reviews pretty much "hit the nail on the head". If you're in the mood for bohemian funk this is the place for you! You WON'T find resort-syle ammenities or accomodations. You WON'T find beautifully manicured grounds or stunning architecture. You WILL find a great location and very nice people. My wife and I stayed in one of the... More

A friend of mine in Seattle recommended the Sou'wester as a "best kept secret" get-away destination 4 years ago and I've been hooked ever since. My two dogs and myself have stayed in 3 different trailer cabins and enjoyed them all. It's a unique experience and probably not for everyone, but the Sou'wester is not a luxury resort and doesn't... More

I've been staying at the Sou'Wester Lodge since discovering it by accident in 1993. It has been my sanctuary ever since. My stays have included several weekends in vintage trailers--Tramp Tower, the Blue Wave and my favorite, the Potato Bug--along with Room 1 in the Lodge and Cabin 8. The Sou'Wester has always reminded me of my childhood, when vacationing... More